TeamakervsZeus

Teamaker (aroma) and Zeus (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Teamaker

Aroma

Alpha acid

0.6–1.8%

Beta acid

5.4–13.2%

Total oil

-

United States

Zeus

Bittering

Alpha acid

13–17.5%

Beta acid

4–6.5%

Total oil

2.4–4.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Teamaker

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Zeus

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Teamaker

SubtleFloral

Only in Zeus

Black currantLicoriceCurryPungent

Property

PropertyTeamakerZeus
Alpha acid0.6–1.8%13–17.5%
Beta acid5.4–13.2%4–6.5%
Co-humulone-28–40%
Total oil-2.4–4.5 mL
Myrcene59–61%45–60%
Humulene1–2%9–18%
Caryophyllene11–13%6–11%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaBittering

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